Origin
Cannon Falls, MN
Afternoon in Cannon Falls on Wednesday
Local time
2:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cannon Falls, MN to Eagan, MN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
39m
Distance
29.3 mi
47 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
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6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cannon Falls, MN
Tom Fisk
Eagan, MN
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 29.3-mile drive from Cannon Falls to Eagan, Minnesota, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 39 minutes. Given its short duration and modest fuel cost of around $4, it's an ideal one-day excursion within the Midwest region. The route primarily utilizes US 52 and County Road 42, offering a mixed driving experience that doesn't demand an overnight stay. You'll find this journey to be a practical and efficient way to travel between these two Minnesota communities, making it perfect for a day trip or a short commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
14.6 miles from Cannon Falls, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive features a significant highway share of 58%, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your 39 minutes on faster roads like US 52. You can expect a solid 17-mile stretch on US 52, offering a consistent pace before transitioning to local roads. The "Mixed drive" profile suggests you'll encounter a blend of highway speeds and more varied conditions as you navigate County Road 42 and Pilot Knob Road. This route offers a dynamic driving experience, shifting from open road travel to more community-focused segments.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 52 is the longest continuous segment at about 17 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (US 52): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward US 52 North: Saint Paul
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 52 North: Saint Paul
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 52
Merge onto US 52
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
17.9 mi into trip
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~21m in
Take the exit toward CR 42: Rosemount
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward CR 42: Rosemount
6
24.6 mi into trip
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~32m in
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CR 38 / McAndrews Road
Turn left onto CR 38 / McAndrews Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
26.8 mi into trip
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~35m in
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CR 31 / Pilot Knob Road
Turn right onto CR 31 / Pilot Knob Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cannon Falls, MN to Eagan, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 42: Rosemount along the way.
Cr 42: Rosemount
17.9 mi in
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~21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 52 | 17 mi | 19m |
| County Road 42 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Pilot Knob Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| McAndrews Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Robert Trail South | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Biscayne Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Connemara Trail | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 52
— 17 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cannon Falls, MN and Eagan, MN.
1
Start on MN 19
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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West Main Street
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 52 North: Saint Paul
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto US 52
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US 52
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward CR 42: Rosemount
5
Turn left onto CR 42
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 42
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Continue on CR 42
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 42
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto 145th Street West
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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145th Street West
8
Turn right onto Biscayne Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Biscayne Avenue
9
Turn left onto Connemara Trail
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
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Connemara Trail
10
Turn right onto MN 3
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Robert Trail South
11
Turn left onto CR 38
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
McAndrews Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto CR 31
2.5 mi
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4 min
·
Pilot Knob Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
CR 31
Trip Plan
With a short travel time of under an hour and a fuel cost estimated at just $4, this route offers excellent flexibility. You can depart Cannon Falls at your leisure, perhaps after a relaxed morning, and arrive in Eagan without feeling rushed. Since there are no designated stops in the data, you can easily find your own places to refuel or stretch your legs as needed. Pay attention to the transition from US 52 to County Road 42, as this often signifies a change in speed limits and traffic patterns, so be ready to adjust your driving accordingly.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 14.6 miles from Cannon Falls, MN, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 29.3 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.6 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagan, MN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cannon Falls, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cannon Falls, MN
This is one driving day of about 29.3 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cannon Falls, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 52 for about 17 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.6 mi from Cannon Falls, MN · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 29.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.6 miles from Cannon Falls, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eagan, MN
The final approach into Eagan, MN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Eagan, MN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.36 one way
$8.72 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $4.70 | $9.40 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Eagan, MN
Afternoon in Eagan on Wednesday
Local time
2:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
39m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cannon Falls, MN to Eagan, MN covers 29.3 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 52, County Road 42, Pilot Knob Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.6 miles from Cannon Falls, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.3 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (US 52): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Cannon Falls, MN to Eagan, MN, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 42: Rosemount along the way.
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